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Step up to join those who help protect network infrastructure, critically important work that is in demand at businesses, organizations and IT vendors across every industry. This IT Professional: Networking and Security microcredential focuses on essential skills in network device installation, configuration, and management-covering topics such as network protocols, cabling, wired and wireless networks, firewalls, and device security. The microcredential supports your applying for the TestOut® Network Pro and TestOut Security Pro® performance-based certification exams (passing is required to earn the microcredential). This microcredential also prepares students for these industry-recognized IT Certifications*: CompTIA® Network+, CompTIA® Security+. Note that students are eligible to purchase discount exam vouchers directly from Pearson VUE. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and internships, prepares current professionals to transition or advance into networking roles, and readies those new to the field to immediately apply for entry or junior level positions such as IT support specialist or junior network technician working under an experienced supervisor.
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
Academic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
Each microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
Microcredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
Completion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
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